about the tour
A two-day adventure in Imereti: Dzudzuana cave, Katskhi pillar, via ferrata, hiking, and swimming in a wild waterfall. This is one of our most packed yet accessible tours. You don't need to be an athlete — you just need to want an adventure. Imereti knows how to surprise: here you can walk in the footsteps of ancient people, peek into real wild caves, climb a via ferrata, and ride a swing over the abyss.
Difficulty: During the tour, we’ll walk several short routes. The path to the small waterfall is super easy, with just a couple of river crossings.
The trail to the big waterfall is a bit steeper and longer, but still totally manageable.
The trail to the big waterfall is a bit steeper and longer, but still totally manageable.
About the via ferrata: This is a rock section specially equipped with metal rungs for easy climbing and a safety cable system. It’s not technically difficult—it feels like climbing a ladder, but with the thrill of being a real rock climber. Not recommended for those with a serious fear of heights. You can skip the via ferrata if you prefer; in that case, the tour price is 100 GEL lower.
Tour program
Day 1:
Tbilisi → Dzudzuana Cave → Katskhi Pillar → Via Ferrata → Waterfall → Evening by the campfire
We'll start our journey with Dzudzuana Cave. This is the real deal: no fancy lights, railings, or paved paths. Just silence, cool air, and the realization that the world's oldest woven thread was found right here. It feels like you've joined a real archaeological expedition.
Our first stop is a place that looks almost surreal— Katskhi Pillar.
The monastic solitude of the hermit Maxime atop a narrow 40-meter rock. We'll hike up a trail to see the pillar from the best possible vantage point.
*Climbing up to the monk himself is not allowed.
From there, we head to the Sveri adventure camp. We'll grab some tea, gear up, and head out to tackle the rocky via ferrata - we'll climb 50 meters up a secured route with safety gear. On the way, we'll pass through a cave, and at the top, swings over the cliffs await us. Right after the ferrata, we're heading to the waterfall.
In the evening, we'll hang out by the campfire and get some solid rest.
*The campsite has proper showers, so you can freshen up after the via ferrata. There's also a kitchen where you can brew coffee, have some tea, and heat up your food.
Our first stop is a place that looks almost surreal— Katskhi Pillar.
The monastic solitude of the hermit Maxime atop a narrow 40-meter rock. We'll hike up a trail to see the pillar from the best possible vantage point.
*Climbing up to the monk himself is not allowed.
From there, we head to the Sveri adventure camp. We'll grab some tea, gear up, and head out to tackle the rocky via ferrata - we'll climb 50 meters up a secured route with safety gear. On the way, we'll pass through a cave, and at the top, swings over the cliffs await us. Right after the ferrata, we're heading to the waterfall.
In the evening, we'll hang out by the campfire and get some solid rest.
*The campsite has proper showers, so you can freshen up after the via ferrata. There's also a kitchen where you can brew coffee, have some tea, and heat up your food.
Day 2:
Hike to the big waterfall → rock climbing → cliffside church → Chiatura
Wake up slow, have breakfast at camp, and get ready to hit the road.
Today is all about hiking along a scenic trail to the second, more remote waterfall, where you can take a dip.
Once we're back, we'll have some free time. If you're up for it, you can try rock climbing basics.
The final stop is a cave church at the very top of the cliff.
On the way back, we'll stop by Chiatura, the city of cable cars and mines. We'll grab lunch at a local spot there before heading home.
Today is all about hiking along a scenic trail to the second, more remote waterfall, where you can take a dip.
Once we're back, we'll have some free time. If you're up for it, you can try rock climbing basics.
The final stop is a cave church at the very top of the cliff.
On the way back, we'll stop by Chiatura, the city of cable cars and mines. We'll grab lunch at a local spot there before heading home.
how to pay?
Full payment is required to book your spot 100%
Pay in USD or EUR to a Georgian card TBC
Pay in RUB to a Raif card at the Zolotaya Korona rate
More details on cancellations, transfers, and refunds here
what’s included?
Guide support throughout the route
Round-trip transfer from Tbilisi
Via ferrata
Dinner and breakfast
what to wear?
what to pack?
what to pack?
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